Long QT syndrome 2
Long QT syndrome 2
Definition
An autosomal dominant condition caused by mutation(s) in the KCNH2 gene, encoding potassium voltage-gated channel subfamily H member 2. It is characterized by a prolonged QT interval that may result in torsade de pointes, ventricular fibrillation and/or sudden cardiac death.
Also known as long QT syndrome 2, long QT syndrome type 2, Long QT syndrome, acquired, reduced susceptibility to, LQT2 — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 0110645 per MONDO
- MESH C563614 per MONDO
- NCIT C137957 per MONDO
- OMIM 613688 per MONDO
- UMLS C3150943 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Cardiovascular system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Heart | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Heart | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Respiratory system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |